Nepal Automobiles Importers and Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) is all set for NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025. The automobile exhibition and sales event will be held from August 6-10 at Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu.
Nepal Automobiles Importers and Manufacturers ‘ Association (NAIMA) is set to organized Nepal Mobility Expo 2025, the largest automobile expo of Nepal, from August 6 to 10 at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu.
This was announced by Shirish Kumar Murarka, head of the auto expo committee of NAIMA, during a programme chaired by Ritu Singh Vaidya, president of NAIMA on Monday. The exhibition in which 35 new automobiles will be showcased, aims to attract around 80,000 visitors. The exhibition will also feature panel discussions with the participation of prominent speakers from Nepal and abroad. Anil Keshari Shah, former CEO of Mega Bank, will deliver a lecture on the theme Mobility, yesterday today and tomorrow.
Five percent of the income generated from the ticket selling of the exhibition will be donated for different scholarship and fellowship schemes to different students studying mobility related subjects, according to the organizers. The tickets of the exhibition will be available for Rs. 200 for general public and Rs. 100 for students.
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Ritu Singh Vaidya, chairperson of NAIMA states that the association is committed to delivering a world-class experience. “We are ensuring top-tier facilities and a seamless platform for participants, offering real value to exhibitors and a meaningful experience for industry stakeholders,” she said. The expo is expected to bring together global automakers, local distributors, technology startups, policymakers and industry experts. The focus will be on innovation in vehicle design, sustainable transportation solutions and next-generation mobility platforms. Among the key highlights will be the launch of multiple electric vehicle (EV) models in the Nepali market.
SPG Automobiles, the authorized distributor of Omoda/Jaecoo in Nepal, is among the companies preparing for high-profile launches. According to Rupesh Shrestha, Senior Officer at SPG, the company will launch the Jaecoo J5 and Jaecoo V23 during the event. Additional models from Omoda could join the lineup depending on final stall allocations, he added.
The Jaecoo J5 EV is a fully electric SUV based on the internal combustion engine (ICE) version of the J5, which comes with a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine and is available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive options. The Jaecoo V23, on the other hand, is a rebadged version of the iCar V23 from Chery—the parent company of Omoda and Jaecoo. It is expected to draw attention with its bold design and impressive EV performance.
Another major participant, Shangrila Motors, will debut the Leapmotor B10 at the expo. Kiran Shrestha, Assistant General Manager at Shangrila Motors, confirmed the debut and added that various models from Citroën, Peugeot and Leapmotor will also be on display during the event.
The Leapmotor B10, which is built on the Leapmotor 3.5 platform, features 800V high-voltage architecture, cell-to-chassis (CTC) battery integration, an ultra-efficient 27-in-1 thermal management system and AI-enhanced intelligent driving capabilities. Positioned as a more affordable sibling to the premium C10, the B10 expands Leapmotor’s portfolio in Nepal which includes the compact T03 hatchback and the executive-class C10 SUV.
Pioneer Moto Corp, the authorized distributor of Zeekr in Nepal, will also make waves with the unveiling of its second premium electric SUV, the Zeekr 7X. Built on Geely’s Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA), the same 800V modular platform underpinning the Zeekr X, the 7X promises performance and flexibility, offering multiple drive layouts and motor configurations, according to the company.
The event will also mark the beginning of a busy automotive season in the country. Just a week after NAIMA’s debut event, the 17th edition of the NADA Auto Show will take place at the same venue from August 19 to 24, setting the stage for a dynamic month of industry engagement.
Formed earlier this year amid growing dissatisfaction over the perceived politicization of the existing trade body NADA, NAIMA was officially registered on February 25 and launched on April 16. It was formed by a group of automobile importers and manufacturers seeking a fresh, unified platform to advocate for the sector’s collective interests.
The Everest Bank and National Insurance are the main sponsors of the grand event.
